Spoken Gems » presidential election 2008

Gwen Ifill: About the Vice Presidential Debate

Michael — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:41:12 +0000

In this short segment, Gwen Ifill, who moderated the vice presidential debate of the 2008 election, talks about the circumstances of the debate.

You can watch the full programm at Fora.TV.

Barack Obama: A More Perfect Union

Michael — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 05:29:02 +0000

In one of his most remarkable speeches, Barack Obama addresses his connection to Rev. Wright and speaks about how Americans can work together to pursue a better future (Philadelphia, PA at Constitution Center).

Barack Obama: Speech in Berlin, Germany

Michael — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:12:22 +0000

Barack Obama’s speech in Berlin, Germany attracted over 200.000 people. In my opinion, the most interesting aspect is the reaction of the German audience to his remarks compared to that of an American audience.

Barack Obama: A change has come to America

Michael — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:03:03 +0000

A great speech delivered at a great moment in history: Barack Obama’s victory speech.

John McCain: The end of a long journey

Michael — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:41:23 +0000

John McCain’s concession speech is maybe his best speech so far. A graceful ending to a not so graceful campaign.

Greg Palast: Bush Election Fraud Mechanics

Michael — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 05:44:23 +0000

This might be interesting since election day is coming up. With an energetic style, journalist for the BBC and author of the book "Armed Madhouse" Greg Palast, speaks about manipulations of the 2004 election.

Tina Fey as Sarah Palin: Nonpartisan message on SNL

Michael — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:00:42 +0000

This video is the perfect transition from politics to some more entertaining speeches. Tina Fey returned to SNL to impersonate Sarah Palin.

Speeches at “Rally for the Republic”

Michael — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 06:13:28 +0000

The "Rally for the Republic" was far more interesting to watch than the other two conventions (though I strongly disagree with some speakers on some issues). All speeches were in some kind unique. And I didn’t see any teleprompter.

From the following list I recommend the speeches from Bruce Fein, Adam Kokesh, Gary Johnson and Erik Vendt.

Bruce Fein (part 1, part 2, part 3)
This is one of the most eloquent speakers of all three conventions.
Barry Goldwater Jr.
Gary Johnson (part 1, part 2)
I would ask all of you, with the time remaining here, to go out and adopt a Republican.
Bill Kauffman (part 1, part 2)
Adam Kokesh
A powerful speech from a young gifted speaker.
John McManus (part 1, part 2)
Be warned, this is the president of the John Birch Society.
Grover Norquist
Lew Rockwell (part 1, part 2)
Erik Vendt
Barb Davis White

Ron Paul: Rally for the Republic

Michael — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 06:01:49 +0000

And finally the man who started the Revolution: Ron Paul at the "Rally for the Republic". As always, he isn’t the greatest speaker, but it’s the content which is impressive.

Tom Woods: At the “Rally for the Republic”

Michael — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 05:55:31 +0000

My favorite quote from this speech given by Dr Thomas Woods Jr is his first statement:

Ladies and Gentlemen, how much more fun are we going to have than those poor souls stuck at that snorefest down the street.

And it doesn’t get boring.